Choralaires Sign-A-Long

Special Treat.  Get the spirit!

The Scotia-Glenville Choralaires will host a free Sing-A-Long at  7 p.m. on Friday, December 9, at the SGHS auditorium.   Trust me, you don't want to miss this performance.  These kids are fantastic.

Scotia Rotary Club Pancake Festival

        The Scotia Rotary Club will hold is annual Pancake Festival on Saturday, November 5 at the Glenville Senior Citizens Center on Worden Road in Glenville. The doors open at 7:00 a.m. and food will be served until 1:00 pm.

The cost for the “all you can eat” meal is $6.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. Kids under 2 years old are free. The meal includes pancakes, French toast, sausage, applesauce and assorted beverages.

Tickets will be available at the door. All proceeds will be used in the Scotia-Glenville community in the form of community service projects performed by the Scotia Rotary Club. For more information, visit www.scotiarotary.org

Traveling Children’s Museum Annual Auction

“Dear Old Scotia” Celebration at Glen Sanders Mansion
Thursday,  November 10,2011 at 7:00 PM

If you had a great time at last years U.S.O. themed event you’ll love this years menu and entertainment. See historic Scotia photos never seen before and hear stories from special guests. If you missed

Please RSVP  by November 7th to to 346-1764 or dbennett@thetravelingmuseum.org

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Honorary Committee Members

Cindy Amell

Eric and Cindy Anderson

Nelson L. Austin

Bruce and Sharon Bellamy

Rich and Diana Bennett

 

Jim Buhrmaster

David Civale

Marjorie Edgar

Joan Gould

Marion M. Grimes

Mary Burch-Macherone

 

Ken and Grace McIver

Mike and Claudia McLaughlin

Jonathan Pearson

Ray and Andrea Polikoski

Bill and Cindi Pytlovany

 

Joseph Rizzo

Cliff Semerad

Congressman Paul Tonko

Jim and Karen Trapini

Matthew and Martella VanDeBogart

Glenville Oktoberfest – October 1st, 2011

 
FOOD, CARS, LIVE MUSIC, FUN FOR KIDS & BEER GARDEN
( Including the Jumpin’ Jack’s Mobile Food Wagon )

From http://www.glenvilleoktoberfest.com/

2011 Oktoberfest Bigger and Better!!

The date is set for 2011, join us on Saturday October 1st from Noon till 9pm (expanded hours) for the Second Annual Glenville Oktoberfest. The committee has been meeting for months and we have posted updated sponsorship and vendor applications on this website (also we designed a new logo for this year!). We added an Oktoberfest hotline for those that prefer to call with questions -- 518-620-OKTO.

NYS Department of Transportation: Bridge Update

Sept 8, 4:30 PM

From the Schenectady County Emergency Operations Center at 4 PM,
Thursday, Sept. 8...

Effective 4 PM, NYS DOT reopened four bridges over the Mohawk River in Schenectady County - I 890, Western Gateway, Freemans Bridge and Rexford Bridge. These bridges had been closed by DOT due to the instability of Lock 9, a large debris pile, and a 6' "head" of water that had risen upriver from Lock 9.

Current predictions for flooding are somewhat improved. Lock 9 cresting at 250' at 5 PM; Lock 8 cresting at 235' at 7 PM; and Stockade and Scotia cresting at 227 at 8 PM.

There is still a large debris pile at the Lock 9 dam. From crest elevations, river height is expected to drop 2' by 8 am Friday.

Information provided by Email from the Town of Glenville
http://www.townofglenville.org/subscriber

Help Needed in Scotia

One of the areas which has received the most damage is the lower Washington Ave. area of Scotia.  This area is still trying to clean up as more flood waters threaten our  friends and neighbors.

Posted on Facebook:

Many families on Washington Ave,and Shonowee Ave. in Scotia need people to help haul out and help clean their basements, and first floor. Flooring needs to be removed, sheet-rock, carpets, etc. Then they have to clean all surfaces because mildew at mold have already begun to grow on walls and sub flooring. Then they will need help with laying down new flooring, sheet-rocking walls, painting water barrier paint in basements, replacing broken basement windows, installing hot water tanks and new furnaces. Many families lost everything who live on the first floor of a 2 family home. So furniture is greatly needed. This does not begin to cover the clean up that will be needed outside their homes. If you can't donate your time, gift cards for Walmart, Kmart, Target, Loews would also be a blessing.

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My parents live on Washington Ave in Scotia, and could use any of the big blowers to try to help dry out their house. they lost their basement and just about everything on their first floor. If anyone has info on renting blowers, or if there are some that could be borrowed it would be greatly appreciated. Also anyone with experience in flooring, dry wall or construction would be helpful. Thanks

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If you can help contact Tom Neals at 518-378-7106

New Docks added to the Scotia NY Riverfront

One of the huge  assets of our community has been a family friendly, comfortable yet lively river front. Thanks to two state grants totaling 1.6 million dollars additional improvements have been added this summer including 220 feet of docks.

Installed by The Dock Doctors of Lake George the plan was to provide room for eight boats and provide water hookups.

On going improvements to what has been know in the past as “Scotia Landing”. This will be the entrance to the Village of Scotia for visiting boaters.

Scotia Software Developer Makes Global Impact

Two years ago when I first started to use my Motorola Droid I knew immediately the Android operating system had a future.  Dreams of a future product made me register the domain “DroidPatrol.com”. This week, the first step in this dream came true. Anyone with an Android device can go to the Google market and purchase the first release of “DroidPatrol”.  

Yes, this new addition to the Android Market place was developer here in Scotia NY by BillP Studios.  You never know what small companies here in the capital district are doing on a global scale.

Like WinPatrol the first version of DroidPatrol will be a simple application. New features will be created and added to DroidPatrol so that our new app will soon provide the main WinPatrol feature of letting you know if unexpected changes occur to your Android device.  One of the benefits of the Google Marketplace is that updates can be provided automatically.

The first version of DroidPatrol will sell for only $1.99 but will provide access to the WinPatrol PLUS database, part of the $29.95 value of WinPatrol PLUS. 

If you do use WinPatrol, DroidPatrol will provide PLUS features available directly from your Droid device any where you are.

You don’t have to be a WinPatrol user to use the features of DroidPatrol. Just like WinPatrol PLUS you can enter the name of any file and we'll let you know in human terms what a file does or if you even need the file.

So go to your Droid now and search the market for “DroidPatrol” or go to the online Android Market.

Summer Nights at Freedom Park

If you’re looking for a great night out in the Village of Scotia be sure to keep your eye on the schedule of events at Freedom Park.

Even July 20th, 2011 when the temperature topped 90 degrees many fans of  The Audiostars arrived early to reserve their favorite spot. Luckily, it didn’t matter where you sat to enjoy the party rock of this popular local band. Even fans sitting across Schonowee Ave enjoyed fantastic entertainment and a chance to visit with neighbors and friends.

 
You’ll notice one of this years improvements, a protected sound booth built by the folks from Scotia Rotary.

The Audiostars always bring a big crowd even if the grass is a little wet and the heat index is above 100.

Special opening act Matthew Casillas was discovered at a Lincoln School talent show.

 

Freedom Park is a non-profit, community supported organization.  Every year they continue to provide some of the best entertainment around.  It wouldn’t be possible without your support and that of our sponsors.  Be sure to let our sponsors know that Freedom Park encouraged your business with them.  If you want to be a Freedom Park member go to http://www.freedomparkscotia.org/fpmembership.html

Collins Lake Rainbow

Great photo complements of Matt Grimes.

It’s annoying when I read people refer to our beautiful lake as Collins Pond when it’s a great body of water, full of activity.  Fishing, swimming, watching the sunset, reading a book or just relaxing ,  Collins Lake provides it all.

Summer Fun at Collins Park 2011

It’s summer time in the Village of Scotia and you’ll find plenty to offer at Collins Park. It’s the closest beach around with clean, safe, refreshing water.

Beach Opens
       June 18th and June 19th      12 PM to 6 PM

       June 25th through August 21st.
Monday – Sunday  12:00 PM to 7:45 PM

Main Building:  374-8611
Beach, Lifeguards:  374-6227
Recreation Building: 374-2871

Dates and times subject to change
depending on weather and availability of staff.

Learn to Swim and Play Tennis at Collins Park

Joan Nicole Prince Home Cut-A-Thon

Thanks to Melissa Onderchain and the girls who make us all look great at the

Plush Hair Studio, 126 Saratoga Rd. 
Click above for more information on the Joan Nicole Prince Home

Flock Yourself or Your Friends

Give to the American Cancer Society Relay for Life
And HAVE FUN

 
What will your friend do when they wake up to see 12 purple flamingos on their lawn? Wait until they find out your prank will benefit cancer research?

Sign up today and join your friends and neighbors at the Scotia-Glenville Relay for Life on June 17th, 2011

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Inaugural St. Joseph’s Charity Golf Tournament

Inaugural St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Charity Golf Tournament

Wednesday, June 15, 2011

7:30 AM Registration. 8:30AM tee-off

4-Person Scramble at $125.00 per golfer

Van Patten Golf Course, Clifton Park, NY

Please make checks payable to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.
Please mail registration/sponsor form to 45 MacArthur Drive, Scotia, NY 12302 no later than June 1, 2011

Any questions please contact Lanny Rosenbaum at 518-384-2800 or email at LannyKathy@nycap.rr.com

Click image above for larger form or click http://www.visitscotia.com/documents/golfjune152011pdf

Schenectady Chamber Good News for Scotia Businesses

Recently, two businesses in the Village of Scotia were honored by our local Chamber. Watch the videos below and you’ll understand why we’re proud of our hard working neighbors.

Frank and Sons Body Works
272 N Ballston Ave • Scotia, NY 12302 
P: 346.8119  •  F: 346.8121

Scotia Cinema
117 Mohawk Ave. • Scotia, NY 12302 • P: 346.5055 • F: 346.5440


We're also proud that our own Scotia Rotary was honored as one of the great Schenectady County Rotary programs. Click to hear more about how community fellowship benefits our Village and the world.